I am no longer alone, lost, afraid or run by my self destructive will when I’m connected to you. Fear can be diminished by my faith as I find you day by day-in each thing I see and when I am going at the pace you have set for me. When my heart is open and I am honest and willing to go to any lengths. When my mind is quiet and I am present. I can feel your presence and you only ever send me lessons that have helped me grow in patience, humility, gratitude, open mindedness and acceptance. Please keep me close always and guide me to live for you and as you see my destiny. Help me not to be afraid, self seeking, dishonest, jealous, judgmental, selfish, resentful or self pitying. But to live to serve others, to help, to understand, to love, to forgive, to show hope and light and unity. Thy will be done – not mine. I love you Higher Power. You are the only defence I have against that first drink. ~Kate